1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4995 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
